HomeMy WebLinkAboutNR091619KEMA1THE COUNTY OF KAUA'I
DEREK S. K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
mqa MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
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News Release
For Immediate Release: September 16, 2019
KAUA`I EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
ELTON USHIO, ADMINISTRATOR
Tel (808) 241-1800
Fax (808) 241-1860
Flash Flood Warning issued for Kauai
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Kauai, due to
heavy rains occurring over the islands. The warning may be extended, dropped or modified as
conditions develop.
A Flash Flood Warning means flash flooding is imminent or occurring in streams, roads
and low-lying areas. Do not cross fast -flowing or rising water in your vehicle or on foot.
Kuhio Highway in the vicinity of the Hanalei Bridge is closed until further notice.
Ponding, low visibility and other hazardous driving conditions are expected. If you must
drive, please do so with extreme caution.
For updates on road conditions and closures, please call 241-1725. Please do not call
Kauai police 911 unless you have an emergency.
For weather updates call the National Weather Service automated weather line at 245-
6001, or visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hawaii.
To sign up for Blackboard Connect, the county's emergency notification service, please
go to the county's website, www.kauai.gov, or call the Kauai Emergency Management Agency
at 241-1800.